How to: Create a Pet Friendly Easter Basket

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

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{I bought the basket at the Dollar Tree and hand painted on Jack\’s name}
Easter season has arrived, and while Easter can prove to be a dangerous holiday for pets from the chocolate eggs to the Easter grasses it doesn’t mean your pets need to miss out on the holiday. Create your furbaby his or her, own Easter basket. Below are my tips for creating the perfect pet friendly basket.


{a couple bags of their favorite treats}

 {dental bones are always great for keeping your pets teeth healthy and clean}
 {stack the bags of treats on top of each other they\’ll be used as \”filler\” in the basket}
 {a new matching collar and leash for spring}
 {pastel colored toys for some springtime cheer}
 {can\’t forget about Easter themed toys}
{stuffed toy with the year on it is great for Easter morning photo opportunities}

Easter Basket 101

Posted on March 13, 2013 by

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 {for the: girly girl}
Easter is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about what to fill Easter baskets with for your loved ones. Below are some of my go-to tips when creating an Easter basket as well as ideas for the girly girl and creating a theme basket.

What\’s in the basket
• Ciate Very Colourfoil Manicure
• Brightly colored towels
• scünci Hair Chalk (found at Walmart or Walgreens)
• Tealight candles
• York Design Company Cuff
• Hand soap
• SINFULCOLORS nailpolish (Walgreens)• Decorative Soap

 {Colorful paper or grasses inside a basket complete the look}
 {Shrink Wrap will give your basket a professional look}

{Bows add a touch to chic and are a must on any gift}
Check out my tutorial to recreate this bow!
{create a theme basket: candy, color, products..etc}

Mini Birds Nest

Posted on March 12, 2013 by

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Looking for a cute and simple Easter or spring treat to make? Then look no further! These adorable nests are made of round pretzels, topped with a Rolo, three pastel Sixlets and sweetened toasted coconut. They’re one treat you need to make.

Mini Birds Nests
Ingredients
• Round pretzels
• Rolo chocolate candies
• pastel colored Sixlets (I bought them at the dollar store)
• Sweetened coconut, toasted 
Directions
1. Preheat over to 250 degrees.
2. Place pretzels in a single layer on a parchment or Silpat lined cookie sheet.
3. Place a Rolo in the center of each pretzel. Bake for 3-5 minutes gently press to see if it’s soft.
4. Remove from the oven and push the chocolate down with your finger, gently press three Sixlets candies into the center of each melted Rolo. 
5. Gently place toasted coconut around the edges of the melted Rolo.
6. Place the nest in the freezer for five minutes or until the chocolate hardens. Carefully remove pretzels and store in an airtight container and enjoy!

Five Things

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

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 {DIY project coming soon}
The week began on a trying note. Jack ripped the pads of his paws while running around at the park. So the pain of ripped pads and teething has made the week a little overwhelming. On a positive note the temperatures will be in the 40’s and after low teens it will feel like the perfect weather for BBQing. P.S. Next week we’re talking Easter baskets!
 {the blue/gray walls need to go lemon and mint are in}
 {early Easter basket from my mum}
 {the only thing getting Jack through teething}
{tulips in the sunlight}

Refresh Mint

Posted on March 7, 2013 by

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Every room in my house is painted a blue/gray hue from dark to light I just can’t get away from it. The color is depressing and matches the depressing weather outside. This weekend I spent time swatching up my walls with pretty pastels and statement hues to bring some light and cheer into the house.  One of my favorite discoveries was how pretty mint looks on the wall. Take a look at these gorgeous interiors that have been inspiring me to paint Jack’s hallway a refreshing mint shade.
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